Mankato High School - Cougar Yearbook (Mankato, KS)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1967 volume:

r 4 % TABLE OF CONTENTS Memories are a very important link 3 with the past. However, as time rushes by and the truly formative 7 years of our lives progress, the memories blur and the names that 13 mark those memories cease to be significant. It is with the hope of recording the memories of days and months dead to the mind s eye, and 25 yet at the same time portraying the anticipation of the future, that 37 the Cougar Staff of 1967 composed this book. As you, the reader, At- h 1 Pt i os 45 view the following pages, remember them as not only the joy and tears, Grades 51 the victories and defeats, the hopes and fears of yesterday, but 67 also as the foundation of tomorrow. COUGAR 1967 VOLUME I Published by the Yearbook Staff Unified School District 0278 Central Jewell County Mankato, Kansas Cynthia Halstead, Editor 2 Unification adds new members to dedicated board JIM WILSON QUENTIN LEECE CLARENCE LOOMIS CLYDE REED-PRESIDENT DON WALKER BILLY CONNOR Superintendent Southwestern St., Ok. B.S. M.E. Unification brought many marked changes to our school system, including the addition of three members to the Board of Education in the form of representatives from outlying districts. New, varied problems and challenges faced this group which works many hours for the improvement of school facilities and better correlation between the school itself and its officials. Superintendent Connor worked closely with these men in all areas of school projects and difficulties, with much time given to the construction of the new high school. Work began last fall on the new high school complex in the outskirts of town. The athletic fields are to be ready for use by the fall term of the coming year; while the actual const- ruction of the buildings is to be com- pleted in time for use by the second school semester. Unified District 0278 will soon have the finest scholastic and athletic facilities in this area which will be a source of pride for all those in our district and community. NELSON KEELER The board and Mr. Connor discuss blueprints for the new school. Faculty serves as vital part of school life MRS. RACHEL DODD Horae Economics University of Wichita, B. A. MAX LIBY Biol., Psych. Fort Hays K.S.C., B. S. LARRY DREILING Head Football-Track Indust. Arts Ft. Hays K.S.C., B.S. PAUL R. ROBERTS Principal Pittsburg St. College B.S. M.S. Our faculty at a pep assembly. MARVIN W. MANN Vocational Agr. K.S.U., B.S. JOHN PAUL JONES Social Sciences Ft. Hays K.S.C., A.B. MRS. GAY ANDERSON Art Bethany, B. A. 5 MRS. MARY FRIEDA BARKER English-Speech University of Okla., M.S. MRS. MYRA LANDIS Commerce Kans. Wesleyan Univ.,B.A. MRS. GENEVIEVE MUNSEY Languages Marymount College, A.B. MRS. MICKEY JONES Vocal Music Ft. Hays K.S.C., B.M.E. MISS RACHEL BALES Library-English World History University of Denver Ft. Hays K.S.C., B.S. MISS DOROTHY LIBBEN Instrumental Music K.S.T.C., Emporia, B. M. Each day throughout the year, the members of this dedicated group provided a source of knowledge and inspiration for all students and worked to instill their personalities as well as their minds, with attributes they felt would be beneficial to them in life. Mr. Roberts, as counselor, helped students who desired a path of higher education to follow make a wise decision and offered advice concerning the problems any student encountered. This faculty was the vital mechanism of school life and gratitude cannot fully be expressed in any manner for the many services and hpurs of their time that were devoted to the students of Mankato High. MISS ADELAIDE REGNIER Math Panhandle A.M. , Okla. ’, A.B. University of Utah, M.S. DON MISKIMON P.E.-Drivers Ed. Head Basketball-Asst. Football K.S.C., Pittsburg, B.S. CLAIR BEECHER Chem., Gen. Science Fort Hays K.S.C. , B.S. 6 SENIORS SUSAN RUTH BENSON RODNEY DEAN CLINE VICTORIA ANN DAVIS MAX LYNDON FREEMAN SEN KEITH GARMAN VERNA DELORES GOUGH 8 HI V I 1« l GARY MICHAEL GROUT CYNTHIA LAUREL HALSTEAD DELVIN GENE HANSON MICHAEL LYNN HOWELL NELA KAY HUNTSINGER ELAINE RUTH KALE DELVIS DEAN MAHAFFY DAVID LEE MENDENHALL BARBARA ELIZABETH MOHLER PATRICK LEROY PETEETE BARBARA LORENE ROSS MICHAEL ALLAN ROURKE NAOMI RUTH TEMPLE THOMAS CARL THRONSON GLENDA LOUISE TYLER RAYMOND DUANE WAKEFIELD SENIOR A CTIVITIES BENSON, SUSAN RUTH: Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 34; Triple Trio 14; Velvet Shoes Ensemble 3; Kayettes 1234; Kayette Board 3; Cougarettes 1234; Cheerleader 34; FFA Sweetheart Candidate 4; Homecoming Queen 4; Annual Staff 2. BIRD, DANNIE LEON: FFA 1234; M Club 1234; Football 1. CLEGG, JOHN CHESTER: Band 123; Glee Club 12; Mixed Chorus 12; Sophomore Class President Class Play 3; Football 1234; Basketball 1234; Track; 1234; M Club 34; M Club President 4. - CLINE, RODNEY DEAN: Glee Club 123; Mixed Chorus 123; Mixed Ensemble 3; Football 1 234; Basketball 1; Track 1234; FFA 1234 FFA Sentinel 34; M Club 34; Annual Staff 4. DAVIS, VICTORIA ANN: Glee Club 123; Mixed Chorus 3; Triple Trio 1; Secretary-Trea- surer 12; Treasurer 3; Class Play 3; Kay- ettes 1234; Kayette Board 4; Kayette Sec- retary 4; Kayette Camp 3; Cougarettes 12 34; Cougarette President 4; FFA Sweetheart Contestant 4; Annual Staff 4. FREEMAN, MAX LYNDON: Glee Club 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Mixed Ensemble 4; Football 12; Student Trainer 4; Basketball 123; Track 12; FFA 1234; FFA President 4; FFA Judging Team 2; M Club 34; FFA Secretary 3. GARMAN, KEITH MARK: Class Play 3; FFA 1234; FFA Reporter 3; FFA Secretary 4; FFA Con- vention 3; M Club 34; Homecoming Royalty 4. GOUGH, VERNA DELORES: Glee Club 3; Kayettes 34; Cougarettes 34; Literary Club 2; An- nual Staff 4; Honor Roll 123. GROUT, GARY MICHAEL: Glee Club 12; Football 1234; Basketball 134; Track 34; FFA 1234 FFA Treasurer 3; FFA Vice-President 4; M Club 34; M Club Vice-President 4; All Area Football Team-Honorable Mention 4. HALSTEAD, CYNTHIA LAUREL: Band 12; Dance Band 1; Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 234; Tri- ple Trio 12; State Music Contest 3; Class Vice-President 24; Class Play 3; Kayettes 1234; Kayette Board 1234; Kayette Camp 2 Cougarettes 1234; Cougarette Vice-Presi- dent 3; Homecoming Royalty 4; Girls State 3; NASC Camp 3; Farm Bureau Citizenship Seminar 3; Student Council 134; Student Council Secretary 34; Annual Staff 2; Annual Editor 4; Honor Roll 123. HANSON, DELVIN GENE: Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 234; Basketball 1; FFA 1234. HOWELL, MICHAEL LYNN: Band 34; Glee Club 34 Music Letters 3; FFA 4. HUNTSINGER, NELA KAY: Band 123; Dance Band 1234; Sax Solo 13; Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 34; Mixed Ensemble 34; Triple Trio 134; Vocal Solo 34; Class Play 3; Kayet- tes 1234; Kayette Board 4; Cougarettes 1234; Annual Staff 4; Farm Bureau Citizen- ship Seminar. KALE, ELAINE RUTH: Band 1234; Dance Band 1234 Sax Solo 12; Sax Trio 3; Piano Solo 2; Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 34; Triple Trio 14; Trio 12; Sextet 2; Velvet Shoes Ensemble 3; Mixed Ensemble 4; Class Vice- President 3; Class Play 3; Kayettes 1234 Kayette Vice-President 3; Kayette President 4; Cougarettes 1234; Kayette Camp 2; State Music Contest 2; Girls State 3; Honor Roll 13; Annual Staff 4. KITTS, MELVIN EUGENE: Glee Club 12; Fresh- man Class President; Senior Class Presi- dent; Class Vice-President 2; Homecoming Royalty 4; Football 1234; Basketball 1234 Track 23; M Club 34; Student Council 4; Class Play 3; Boy s State 3; Honor Roll 123; Annual Staff 4. LOUDER, LINDA CHARLENE: Band 1; Dance Band 1; Sax Trio 1; Glee Club 123; Mixed Cho- rus 2; Mixed Ensemble 3; Triple Trio 12; Trio 12; Freshman Class President; Class Secretary 4; Class Play 3; Kayettes 1234 Kayette Board 234; Kayette Treasurer 4; Cougarettes 1234; Cougarette Secretary- Treasurer 3; Cheerleader 34; Homecoming Royalty 4; FFA Sweetheart 4; Student Coun- cil 234' Annual Staff 4; REA Essay Winner 3; Minerva Club Essay Winner 3; Honor Roll 123. MAHAFFY, DELVIS DEAN: Glee Club 34; Mixed Chorus 34; Mixed Ensemble 3; Basketball 1; FFA 34. MENDENHALL, DAVID LEE: Band 1234; Band Vice- President 4; Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 34; Mixed Ensemble 34; Vocal Solo 3; Brass Ensemble 3; Class Play 3; Football 1234; Basketball 1; Track 3; FFA 1234 M Club 34; Annual Staff 4; Dance Band. MOHLER, BARBARA ELIZABETH: Band 1234; Glee Club 123; Mixed Chorus 3; Junior Play 3; Kayettes 1234; Kayette Board 4; Cou- garettes 1234; Cougarette Vice-President 4; Honor Roll 123; Annual Staff 4. O’QUINN, PATRICIA ANN: Pep Club 123; Future Business Leaders of America 23; Teachers of Tomorrow 1; Drama Club 1; Student Council 12; Girls Athletic Society 13; Scout Staff 3; Future Homemakers of Amer- ca 1. OZMUN, RALPH EDWARD: Band 1234; Dance Band 34; Band President 4; Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 34; Mixed Ensemble 34; Brass Ensemble 3; Trumpet Solo 123; Class Sec- retary 2; Class Play 3; Homecoming King 4; Football 1234; Basketball 1234; Track 123; M Club 34; M Club Secretary 4; Stu- dent Council 34; Honor Roll 1. PATRICK, GINGER DIANE: Band 12; Glee Club 1234; Velvet Shoes Ensemble 3; Mixed Chorus 1234; Sophomore Class President; Class Vice-President 1; Class Treasurer 4; Class Play 3; Y-Teens 12; Kayettes 34; Kayette Board 4; Pep Club 12; Coug- arettes 34; Cheerleader 2; Honor Roll 12 3; Annual Staff 4. PETEETE, PATRICK LEROY: Band 1; Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 1234; Mixed Ensemble 34; Vocal Solo 23; Class Secretary 2; Class Reporter 1; Homecoming Royalty 2; Football 1234; Basketball 12; Track 13 FFA 34; FFA Reporter 4; M Club 34; Stu dent Council 3. ROSS, BARBARA LORENE: Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 34; Velvet Shoes Ensemble 3; Class Secretary 2; Class Treasurer 1; Kayettes 34; Cougarettes 34; Pep Club 12; Y-Teen 12; Cheerleader 23; FFA Sweetheart Con testant 4. ROURKE, MICHAEL ALLAN: Glee Club 1; Class Officer 3; Class Play 3; Football 1234 Basketball 1234; Track 1234; M Club 1234 Student Council 34; Student Council Vice- President 3; Student Council President 4; State Student Council Convention 3; Honor Roll 123; Boy’s State 3; NASC Convention 3. TEMPLE, NAOMI RUTH: Glee Club 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Kayettes 124; Pep Club 123 Cougarettes 4; Y-Teens 3. THRONSON, THOMAS CARL: Glee Club 24; Mixed Chorus 2; Basketball 1; Track 1; FFA 1234. TYLER, GLENDA LOUISE: Glee Club 1234; Mixed Chorus 234; Mixed Ensemble 34; Triple- Trio 134; Class Secretary 3; Class Play 3; Cougarettes 1234; Kayettes 1234; Kay- ette Vice-President 4; Kayette Board 4; Kayette Camp 3; Annual Staff 4. WAKEFIELD, RAYMOND DUANE: Basketball 1; Track 1; FFA 3. 12 Jerry Campbell Linda Dempsey Dennis Esslinger Mary Halstead Linda Crangle Michael Dempsey Dean Fullerton Cynthia Hesser Dannie Dempsey Belinda Diamond Janie Garlock Fred Rose Treasurer Freshmen meet high school Claudette Ault Ed Beck Larry Blew Gregory Diamond President During the mornings of November 7-8, the freshman class was instructed in completion of the Differential Aptitude Tests by the high school principal, Paul Roberts. The battery determines each student’s aptitude in various fields and as a step in the State of Kansas Testing Program, is required for all ninth grade students. 14 Daniel Hunter April Merrill Ruth Marr Gloria Mohler Kress Fall Jim Munsey Student Council Challenge of Joanne Murray Diane Park Linda Rafferty Laura Ross Jana Rothchild Candyce Stephens During the fall, Cliff Silsby was absent from school for seven weeks because of illness. The freshman class welcomed Cliff back into their high school activities as their vice-president and he has since competently aided in class leadership with his ability and outgoing personality. Patti Weltmer Douglas Wirtz Kayleen Wolfe Michael Dodd Secretary Cliff Silsby Vice-President 15 Not pictured: Lyndell Hanson Sophomores claim Pamela Bird Linda Blew Brad Owen Terry Peteete Rhonda Coffman Sam Colson Bonnie Reynolds Mike Rothchild Mike Conner Carol Cortner Jerry Rourke Calista Ryan Vicky Crouch Terry Crum Jack Dean Richard Dewey Mary Dillon Norbert Eilert Drusilla Taylor Sharon Temple Deborah Seirer Cynthia Simon Renee Silsby Dale Switzer Not pictured: Eldon Buster 16 Highest enrollment Bonita Esslinger Kay Garman Danny Hancock Alene Kramer Dale Freeman Patricia Goodwin Leon Ho 11 Bruce LeClair Sandra Manely Vickie McClure Roanna Meyer LeRoy Moser The Sophomore girls entertain their mothers with luncheons in Home Economics class. Ann Donahue Secretary Treasurer Richard Soash President Russell Lange Vice-President Steve Walker Douglas Page Carmen Volker Chuck Zadina Student Council With the largest class in school, the sophomore students have accomplished a great deal in boosting school spirit. The girls are active members of Kayettes and Cougarettes, while the boys participate in M-Club and F. F. A. As a project, they held a success- ful bake sale. Leadership and ability for future years are evident among their numbers. 17 Edwin Wilson President Steven Rose Vice-President Carole Ozraun Secretary Sondra Reed Treasurer Ellis Dunstan Student Council Glenda Andrews Elaine Badger Donn Bartholomew Jean Berry Larry Cady Deanne Coffman Kathie David Hard working juniors have successful year The money making project of the Junior class was the sale of magazines in the area surround- ing Mankato. Awards were given to the three highest salesmen and other members of the class for the sale of certain magazines. The holder of third place was Elaine Badger. Ellis Dunstan claimed second place with his sales ability and Carol Mohler holds first place by selling the greatest number of magazines. 18 Leading the Junior class through an action- packed year, Ed Wilson has proven to be a capa- ble president. He has participated in athletics and was elected to attend Boy's State in the coining summer. The Juniors have had a success- ful year based on their play Down To Earth, a record breaking sales campaign for Curtis Cir- culation Company of Magazines, the sponsoring of an all-school party Snow Flake Frolic, and the preparation of the Junior-Senior Prom. rw Junior class prospers under excellent leadership Forrest Dewey Robert Dodd Ronald Ess linger Shirley Garlock Jeannette Grout Paul Hamilton Lonzy Hanson Carla Hughes Ruth Hunter Rodney Iraler David Jensen Pamela Lehr ling Marvin Loomis Carol Mohler Brenda Morris Fred Moser Richard Munsey Jerry Neilson Kendall Ost Laura Park Tony Patrick Linda Peteete Allen Powell Rodney Rafferty Adelia Rightmeier Scott Seirer Darrell Wagner IJ i Class rings arrived The Junior students year was highlighted by the choosing of their class ring and their arrival in Jan- uary. Two styles were chosen. The square ring was selected from the regular line of Josten’s best and the round ring has been made especially for the Mankato High School students. CL A SSES Mr. Liby demonstrates the principle of Mr. Beecher demonstrates a chemical problem to Barbara Mohler, Steve Rose, Elaine Kale, and Ruth Hunter. the molecular theory to his class. The world of science Earth science and biology were conducted by Max Liby, a graduate of Fort Hays State College. Interest was created by the use of lab experiments, dissections, and collection of insects. Also in the field of sciehce were physics and chemistry, which were led by Clair Beecher from Fort Hays. Various experi- ments were performed by the students during the lab. In class, chemical problems were explained and worked. Language lab grows The language lab, which was remodeled the end of last year, has helped the stu- dents of French and Spanish. With the new facilities the students are able to learn by hearing themselves and correct- ing their mistakes. The tapes available to the students coincide with the book and portray the life of the people in these two countries as they are today. The French and Spanish students record their lessons on the lab tapes. 22 Mrs. Munsey operates the new facilities of the language lab. Shop projects take form The purpose of shop class is to put into practical use the skills which the students have acquired through studies of farm mechanics. Marvin Mann guides the boys to reach this aim. During the classroom study the boys are required to learn informa- tion on the management of livestock and crop production. They learn to keep accurate farm records and to improve their abilities in public speaking. During the shop period the boys practice basic farm mechanic skills in the areas of welding and carpen- try. Then they are allowed to make projects which use these skills. The projects are to be both useful and practical to the student. Mr. Mann acts as overseer as Terry Crum, Terry Peteete, Richard Dewey, and Norbert Eilert work on their projects. Art is added to curriculum The art department is new to our school curriculum this year. The classes are lead by Mrs. Gay Anderson, who is a graduate of Bethany College. At the first of the year the students concentrated on sketches of outdoor objects. The next pro- ject was beginning drawing. This included continuous line drawing, portraits, still lifes, and land- scapes. This was followed by paintings in water color and tem- pera. The next area done by the pupils was sculpturing, carving, and modeling in clay. The year closed with work in mosaics and graphics. Creative ability has been im- bued into each of the pupils. The students have greatly enjoyed the year they spent in art with Mrs. Anderson. The art students, led by Mrs. Gay Anderson, develop their various talents. 23 Home-ec girls have active year Rhonda Coffman, a member of the cooking class, observes Mrs. Dodd's techniques. The general purpose and objective of the Home Economics class, directed by Mrs. Rachel Dodd, is the improvement of home and family living through the knowledge and cooperation of family members. This objective is obtained through these seven chief areas: child care, clothing, home management housing and home furnishing, personal and family relations, foods, and health. The Home-Ec. girls—Linda Louder, Sue Benson, Diane Patrick, Vickie Davis, Nela Huntsinger, and Glenda Tyler—keep Mrs. Dodd busy. Mechanical drawing creates interest Mr. Dreiling helps the mechanical drawing boys with their assignments. Under the direction of Larry Dreiling, a graduate of Fort Hays State College,a group of boys learned the techniques of mechanical drawing. The boys learned to accurately transfer their ideas to paper so that others could conceive the same idea from their drawings. The first semester was spent in the classroom. At the end of each of the chapters, the boys found problems which had to be drawn and checked for errors in reproduction. The boys worked in the wood-working shop the second half of the year. Each boy de- signed and constructed a pro- ject from his own plans. Also in the shop the boys learned the proper usage of hand and power tools. The knowledge gained in the mechanical drawing class can be applied to any form of architecture, engineering, or designing. 24 ACTIVITIES Members of student body government experience successful year TOP ROW: Cindy Halstead, Linda Louder, Miss Regnier, Jeannette Grout, Doug Page, Kress Fall, Ralph Ozmun, Ed Wilson. BOTTOM ROW: Ellis Dunstan, Mike Rourke, Melvin Kitts, Dick Munsey, Allen Powell. The Student Council experienced a very active year with the completion of several school projects in addition to usual activities. Council members were in charge of the annual Christmas program, and sponsored a highly successful all-school party entitled Golden STUDENT COUNCIL Fantasy, which featured the moving sounds of The Knights of Gold from Superior, Nebraska. Mike Rourke..................President In order to better inform the community of school Dick Munsey.............Vice-President activities, the Student Council published a series of Cindy Halstead....Secretary-Treasurer newspaper articles each month in the local Jewell Ralph Ozmun...............Senior Class County Record, summarizing various happenings at MHS. Ellis Dunstan.............Junior Class Members of the council again organized student body Doug Page..............Sophomore Class elections which are held each spring to elect officers Kress Fall..............Freshman Class for the coming school year. In cooperation with the Cindy Halstead.............Cougarettes Mankato City Council, the Student Council supplied labor Jeannette Grout...............Kayettes in order to correctly and more noticably mark the Ed Wilson.......................M-Club street near school facilities. Allen Powell....................F.F.A. For the second consecutive year, tfre Student Coun- Linda Louder...........Member-at-Large cil was a member of the National Association of Stu- Adelaide Regnier...............Sponsor dent Councils. Dick Munsey represented the organization at State Workshop held in Lawrence, Kansas. Last summer Cindy Halstead and Mike Rourke were state delegates to the national convention in Tacoma, Washington. These members returned from their summer training with many beneficial ideas and inspiration which was integrated into the entire organization. 26 Cougarettes support victory-bound cougar teams TOP ROW: V. Gough, C. Halstead, J. Berry, R. Hunter, E. Badger, G. Andrews, L. Park, S. Reed, N. Huntsinger, G. Tyler, N. Temple, D. Patrick. BOTTOM ROW: Mrs. John Jones-Sponsor, E. Kale, C. Mohler, V. Davis, L. Louder, J. Grout, C. Ozmun S. Benson, P. Lehrling, B. Mohler, L. Peteete, K. David. TOP ROW: K. Garman, A. Kramer, V. Crouch, D. Seirer, A. Merrill, C. Ault, M. Halstead, D. Park, C. Stephens, L. Dempsey. BOTTOM ROW: R. Meyer, C. Hesser, R. Marr, B. Diamond, L. Rafferty, J. Rothchild, L. Ross, J. Mur- ray, L. Crangle, P. Weltmer. TOP ROW: C. Ryan, D. Taylor, B. Esslinger, R. Meyer, D. Coffman, E. Dunstan-Mascot, R. Coffman, C. Simon, L. Hanson, B. Morris, C. Hughes. BOTTOM ROW: B. Reynolds, V. McClure, L. Blew, C. Cortner, A. Donahue, C. Volker, S. Manely R. Silsby, S. Temple, P. Goodwin, M. Dillon. Cheerleaders: Pam Lehrling, Carole Ozmun, Jeannette Grout, Linda Louder. Not Pictured: Susan Benson. TOP ROW: B. LeClair, R. Dodd, T. Patrick, A. Powell, R. Ozmun, M. Grout, J. Clegg, F. Moser. MIDDLE ROW: Sponsor, Coach L. Dreiling, R. Lange, M. Loomis, R. Rafferty, S. Colson, J. Rourke, C. Zadina, E. Wilson, D. Bird. BOTTOM ROW: P. Peteete, R. Cline, K. Gartnan, M. Kitts, D. Mendenhall, M. Rourke, M. Freeman. The M-Club, which is composed of twenty-four letterinen, began the year very well when it spon- sored a car wash which showed a profit of $45. To gain membership into M-Club, an athlete must letter in football, basketball, or track. To receive a letter in football, one must play nine quarters of A-Team competition. A letter in basketball is obtained by participation in var- sity ball. To qualify for a letter in track one must earn a sum of nine points in competitive meets during the season. M-Club members may be designated by their minature M-shaped pin worn in the school color of royal purple. One of the most recognized organizational projects in the school is the financing and up- keep of the pop machine which has been the under- taking of the M-Club for many years. Every student appreciated the club's work during the ten-minute coke break each day at 10:24. Cougar Mascot, M-CLUB ’67 Sponsor, Coach Larry Dreiling Melvin Kitts (45), Basketball All-Area Center; Mike Grout (74), All-Area Defensive Linebacker. 28 TOP ROW: A. Rightmeier, D. Patrick, S. Benson, C. Ozmun, B. Mohler, B. Morris, N. Temple, V. Gough, N. Huntsinger, C. Halstead. MIDDLE ROW: S. Garlock, L. Peteete, J. Berry, L. Park, S. Reed, G. Andrews, K. David, P. Lehrling, C. Hughes. BOTTOM ROW: C. Mohler, J. Grout, L. Hanson, R. Hunter, E. Badger, G. Tyler, V. Davis, E. Kale, L. Louder, Mrs. Genevieve Munsey-Sponsor. The Kansas Association for Youth is a state organization for junior and senior high school students of Kansas. Some of its chief values are its policy of group services for common goals, and it offers opportunities for the development of fol- lowers as well as leaders. The objective of a Kayette is to become worthy of the democratic traditions of our country. The Kayette strives to fulfill the six object- ives of her organization; religion, per- sonality, leadership, service, apprecia- tion and recreation. The Kayette organi- zation was founded twenty-one years ago. The Kayettes have been working for their 3,000 point award. To open the year they made welcome signs and first-aid kits for the teachers. For school service, they UNIT CONFERENCE PUNCH TABLE Kayettes earn dusted the bleachers before every football game and made monthly calendars. They also hung streamers on the goalposts. On Octo- ber 18, the Kayettes honored their fathers with a Father-Daughter Banquet, the theme of which was The Roaring Twenties. At Christmas time, the club served cookies and punch to the student body. The Board and Club also celebrated with parties. In February, the Kayette Conference was the important event of the year. Five schools attended and discussed the activi- ties of their different organizations. The spring activities included a bazaar for a money-making project, and helping with the heart drive for world service. For a safe- ty project and school service, we put re- flector tape on grade school bicycles. FFA SERVED KAYETTE BANQUET TOP ROW: C. Stephens, M. Halstead, P. Bird, M. Dillon, D. Seirer, L. Dempsey, A. Merrill, K. Garman, D. Park, P. Goodwin, R. Silsby, C. Simon, R. Coffman. MIDDLE ROW: V. Crouch, S. Manely, R. Meyer, B. Reynolds, A. Donahue, C. Ault, C. Volker, J. Rothchild, L. Rafferty, B. Diamond, L. Ross, C. Ryan. BOTTOM ROW: A. Kramer, J. Murray, D. Taylor, L. Blew, B. Esslinger, V. McClure, C. Hesser, S. Temple, C. Cortner, P. Weltmer, L. Crangle, R. Marr. 3,000 point award BOARD LED CLUB MEMBERS IN PROJECTS The Board met bi-monthly to discuss plans to earn the club's 3,000 point award. Through their leadership the club completed a very suc- cessful year. TOP ROW: B. Mohler, Points; C. Halstead, Points; V. Davis, Secretary; L. Louder, Treasurer; C. Mohler, School Service; E. Kale, Presi- dent; Mrs. G. Munsey, Sponsor. MIDDLE ROW: R. Meyer, Piano; J. Grout, Student Council; C. Ozmun, Song Leader; G. Tyler, Vice-President; A. Donahue, Recreation; R. Hunter, Community Service; D. Patrick, Parlimentarian. BOTTOM ROW: N. Huntsinger, Publicity; C. Ault, Freshman Representative NOT PICTURED: L. Park, World Service. In October the Kay- ettes sold hats with the slogan Happi- ness Is for Cere- bral Palsy. This was a world service pro- ject which helped them earn their 3,000 point award. The hats were used later by the Cougarettes to help boost school spir it. TOP ROW: J. Dean, C. Silsby, M. Dempsey, G. Diamond, R. Lange, C. Zadina, E. Buster, M. Rothchild, N. Eilert, D. Hanson, K. Fall. SECOND ROW: R. Imler, D. Page, T. Crum, T. Peteete, S. Walker, D. Freeman, R. Dewey, D. Mendenhall R. Dodd, R. Wakefield, D. Bird, D. Mahaffy. THIRD ROW: L. Moser, F. Dewey, E. Dunstan, D. Munsey, D. Bartholomew, T. Thronson, K. Ost, A. Powell, F. Moser, D. Jensen, L. Cady. BOTTOM ROW: Marvin Mann-Advisor, Pat Peteete-Reporter, Rodney Cline-Sentinel, Mike Grout-Vice- President, Max Freeman-President, Keith Garman-Secretary, Ronald Esslinger-Treasurer, P. Hamilton. NOT PICTURED: D. Fullerton, M. Howell, M. Loomis, R. Rafferty, D. Wagner, E. Wilson. F.F.A. excelled in projects and Contestant Cindy Halstead, Chapter Sweetheart Jack Dean chose to work with Linda Louder, Contestant Vickie Davis and Contes- swine, tant Barbara Ross. Ellis Dunstan and his project of cattle are pictured above. This is a popular project among F.F.A. members. chose a Chapter Sweetheart Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve. With this motto in mind, the Future Farmers of America endeavored to complete useful and beneficial projects in order that their organization might experience a satisfying and use- ful year. This year the F.F.A., under the guidance of Mr. Marvin Mann, sponsored a contest early in the fall to choose the chapter sweetheart for this year. Contestants were required to drive farm machinery, milk a cow, and perform farm chores. The tests were timed and the winner then announced. Shown below is Kendall Ost with his present project of a cow and calf. An annual project of the F.F.A. has been that of local pest control. The members of the organiza- tion were divided into two teams which competed by exterminating pests near their homes. Points were given for each pest brought in. This project aroused much interest and a fine spirit of competi- tion among the boys. Other activities included a trash clean-up day for the entire city, and a lot- tery drawing for which tickets were sold and a prize in the form of a hog awarded to the winning number. On April 14, the group held its annual banquet in the school's all-purpose room. The parents of club members, F.F.A. Sweetheart, and Honorary Chap- ter Farmers were guests. An interesting program included slides shown by Mr. Mann concerning the various activities of the organization for the 1966- 1967 school year. 33 Yearbook staff publishes first volume of “Cougar” TOP ROW: Diane Patrick, Linda Louder, Vickie Davis, Rodney Cline, Melvin Kitts, Barbara Mohler, Glenda Tyler. BOTTOM ROW: David Mendenhall, Verna Gough, Cindy Halstead, Nela Huntsinger, Elaine Kale, Scott Seirer. YEARBOOK STAFF Cindy Halstead............Editor Verna Gough.........Asst. Editor Linda Louder........Asst. Editor Glenda Tyler....Business Manager Scott Seirer........Photographer Rodney Cline.......Staff Members Vickie Davis Nela Huntsinger Elaine Kale Melvin Kitts David Mendenhall Barbara Mohler Diane Patrick Mrs. Mary Frieda Barker..Advisor YEARBOOK STAFF AT WORK From left to right: Brad Rivers-Mike Rourke; Bonnie Blue-Linda Louder; Loraine Ludlow- Cindy Halstead; Opal Ludlow-Barbara Mohler; Elmer Ludlow-Mike Howell; Midge Starr-Verna Gough; Micky Starr-Nela Huntsinger; Emily Hoskins-Diane Patrick; Hezekiah Hoskins-MeIvin Kitts; Clara Clagg-Glenda Tyler; Gideon Garvey-Dave Mendenhall. On the night of March 17, 1967, at 7:30 P.M., the Man- kato Senior Class presented the play, '’The Calamity Kids. A laughable but lovable old couple, Emily and Hezekiah Hoskins, had spent their mar- ried life and most of their cash befriending orphans. When the play opened, four or- phans were living with the Hoskins: Bonnie Blue, a girl hitchhiker; Brad Rivers, an impecunious college student; and Midge and Micky Starr, a pair of mischievous twins. The twins relatives, tight-fisted Gideon Garvey and grasping Opal Ludlow, plan to separate Midge and Micky and use them for servants. The twins re- sorted to playing pranks on their aunt and uncle in order to convince them they are too incorrigible to be taken home. A serious note is added when the Hoskins learn they will lose their home and orchard unless the back taxes are paid before the end of the day. Other characters include snob- bish Loraine Ludlow, spoiled fifteen-year-old Elmer, and Clara Clagg, a gossipy spin- ster . From left to right: Glenda Tyler, Cindy Halstead, Diane Patrick, Melvin Kitts, Nela Huntsinger, Verna Gough, and Dave Mendenhall The Junior Class of Man- kato High School presented Down to Earth, in the High School Auditorium, Tuesday, December 13, 1966, at 7:30 P.M. The play was directed by Miss Dorothy Libben. Down to Earth was quite a humorous play. It started merrily on its way with two angels descending to earth to pick up a couple of elderly souls. Their mission was complicated when a mischie- vous would-be angel, Pilone by name, joined them in a kind of heavenly hitch-hike. Pilone was characterized by wearing only one wing throughout the play. This revealed the fact that he was only half-angel. The real angels, Wilfred and Agnes, never doubt that pose; but from Act I on, Pilone got into so much mischief that it looked as if the angels might be stranded on earth—the worst thing that could happen to them. We arc going to earth to collect souls. From left to right: Agnes-Sondra Reed; Pilone-Ed Wilson; Wilfred- Scott Seirer. Play cast in action The play cast consists of the following, from left to right: Robert Hanley-Steve Rose: Augusta Applegate-Jeannette Grout; Orpha Teel-Deanne Coffman; Ruthie Teel-Brenda Morris; Richard White-Marvin Loomis; Diana Clump-Carole Ozmun; Herman Howell-Ellis Dunstan; June Brorasley-Ruth Hunter; Baxter Bromsley-Allen Powell; Millie Bromsley-Carol Mohler. 36 MUSIC TOP ROW: P. Bird, C. Hesser, C. Stephens, B. Ross, V. Crouch, K. Garman, R. Coffman, C. Ozmun, D. Patrick, L. Hanson, N. Huntsinger, C. Volker, C. Hughes. MIDDLE ROW: Mrs. Mickey Jones, L. Ross, G. Andrews, S. Temple, B. Diamond, B. Esslinger, C. Mohler, J. Murray, C. Ryan, B. Reynolds, C. Halstead, D. Seirer. BOTTOM ROW: C. Simon, M. Halstead, C. Ault, B. Morris, A. Kramer, L. Blew, S. Man el y, R. Silsby, A. Donahue, P. Lehrling. Girls glee club, boys’ glee club, triple trio and mixed chorus provided the ringing melodies of the vocal music department TOP ROW: D. Mahaffy, M. Howell, D. Wirtz, E. Buster, P. Peteete, M. Dempsey, P. Hamilton, F. Dewey, R. Ozmun, R. Imler, S. Rose, G. Diamond, G. Neilson. THIRD ROW: P. Bird, C. Hesser, B. Ross, C. Stephens, V. Crouch, K. Garman, R. Coffman, C. Ozmun, D. Patrick, L. Hanson, N. Huntsinger, C. Volker, C. Hughes, T. Thronson. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Mickey Jones, L. Ross, G. Andrews, S. Temple, B. Diamond , B. Ess linger, C. Mohler, J. Murray, C. Ryan, B. Reynolds, C. Halstead, D. Seirer, D. Hancock. BOTTOM ROW: C. Simon, M. Halstead, C. Ault, B. Morris, A. Kramer, L. Blew, S. Manely, R. Silsby, A. Donahue, P. Lehrling. V'l Left to right: M. Howell, P. Peteete, R. Imler, P. Hamilton, D. Wirtz, R. Ozmun, E. Buster, T. Thronson, F. Dewey, G. Diamond, S. Rose, G. Neilson, D. Hancock, D. Mendenhall, D. Mahaffy, Mrs. Mickey Jones, director. Everyone knows that a vocal music depart- ment is a vital asset to any school system, such was the chorus of Mankato. Mrs. Mickey Jones instructed the fifty-six students enrolled in her class, so that they were prepared to perform at school and community functions. Through out the school months the Triple Trio entertained many group organizations including St. Theresa’s Guild, Minerva Club, and the Co-op meeting. On December 18, the chorus presented a Christmas Vesper service for the community. Solos were given by Cindy Halstead, Nela Huntsinger, Deanne Coffman, Carole Ozmun, and Bonita Esslinger to highlight the program. The girls glee club, boys glee club, mixed chorus, and the Triple Trio competed with other groups at the State Music Festival held on April 22 and 23 in Salina. The various rankings received brought honor to our school. B. Ess linger, A. Donahue, R. Silsby, E. Kale, N. Huntsinger, C. Halstead, C. Ozmun, G. Tyler, D. Coffman. Mrs. Mickey Jones, director Jeannette Grout, accompanist. 39 TRIPLE TRIO TOP ROW: J. Murray, D. Clegg, C. Ryan, L. Crangle, R. Hunter, L. Hanson. THIRD ROW: J. Weltmer, K. Louder, D. Hunter, R. Hancock, S. Dodd, B. Owen, M. Simon, R. Meyer, S. Rose, J. Berry. 7 SECOND ROW: J. Rothchild, J. Campbell, R. Soash, B. LeClair, T. Crum, D. Mendenhall, R. Ozmun, S. Kier, E. Kale. BOTTOM ROW: P. Weltmer, C. Meyer, L. Rafferty, C. Stephens, D. Esslinger, L. Park. Many hours of satisfaction and fun THE BAND PLAYED ON! An active year filled with daily practice sessions kept the band students busy. The marching band performed at half time during the football season. At basketball games the pep band added enthusiasm to the cheering crowds. The band traveled to K-State and Fort Hays to participate in annual band days. A winter concert was given by the band. The band took part in the State Music Festival in the spring. The year was filled with many eventful and enriching experiences. Rodney Rafferty was the drummer for con- cert band and the dance band. He also per- formed with a small group called Living Sounds . 40 were discovered in band activities Lonzy Hanson Ruth Hunter Laura Park Cynthia Simon The marching band was led by the majorette Lonzy Hanson. Dur- ing the summer Ruth Hunter and Lonzy Hanson attended twirling camp at Wichita University to learn new routines. The twirlers entertained the crowds at foot- ball games and on parade with their twirling routines. During the basketball season these girls performed at half time as the pep band played. TOP ROW: Miss Dorothy Libben, Director, S. Connor, R. Rafferty, D. Hancock, M. Connor, M. Howell. THIRD ROW: D. Seirer, D. Clegg, B. Esslinger, C. Holi, B. Diamond, C. Kinsey, J. Crum, W. Coffman, R. Rehmert, A. Donahue. SECOND ROW: C. Mohler, C. Hughes, S. Russell, S. Beck. L. Howell, K. Ost, F. Rose, L. Hansen. BOTTOM ROW: C. Simon, B. Mohler, M. Smith, S. Manely, B. Walker, R. Silsby. Carol Mohler Rhonda Coffman Cynthia Simon Barbara Ross Diane Patrick Jeannette Grout Sandra Manely Lonzy Hanson Alene Kramer Calista Ryan Music department specialized through Cynthia Halstead Deanne Coffman Carole Ozmun Doug Wirtz Soprano Soloist Soprano Soloist Soprano Soloist Baritone Soloist Greg Diamond Doug Wirtz Max Freeman Pat Peteete Forrest Dewey Mike Howell David Mendenhall Steven Rose 42 Terry Crum Trumpet Soloist Sandra Manely Clarinet Soloist Elaine Kale Saxophone Soloist Patti Weltmer Flute Soloist talented soloists and ensembles Bonita Esslinger Alto Soloist Pat Peteete Bass Soloist Nela Huntsinger Ronald Esslinger Soprano Soloist Tenor Soloist David Mendenhall Tenor Soloist Trumpet Soloist Joanne Murray Laura Ross Carmen Volker Claudette Ault Mary Halstead Cynthia Hesser Candyce Stephens Linda Blew Belinda Diamond Bonnie Reynolds 43 l Mixed ensemble and dance band were school representatives locally and in surrounding areas I TOP ROW: Michael Howell, Forrest Dewey, Patrick Peteete, David Mendenhall, Steven Rose, Gregory Diamond, Douglas Wirtz, Ronald Esslinger. BOTTOM ROW: Ann Donohue, Renee Silsby, Cynthia Halstead, Carole Ozmun, Glenda Tyler, Deanne Coffman, Nela Huntsinger, Bonita Esslinger, Elaine Kale. The mixed ensemble is composed of nine girls and eight boys who are selec- ted from the mixed chorus. This group performed at various functions during the year, as well as taking one number to the State Music Festival at Salina. Electric guitars added new vibra- tions to the dance band this fall. The group was commissioned to play for prom dances at Glasco, Kansas and Ruskin, Nebraska. They also performed in concert with the high school concert band. BACK ROW: Rodney Rafferty, Michael Rourke, Russell Lange, Michael Howell, Leon Holl, Miss Dorothy Libben-director. FRONT ROW: Jeannette Grout, Nela Huntsinger, Marvin Loomis, Elaine Kale, David Mendenhall, Ralph Ozmun, Terry Crum, Cynthia Simon, Bradley Owen, Steven Rose. A THLETICS Cougars ended season Mike Grout All-Area Defensive Linebacker at practice. The fall of 1966 brought thirty- five football prospects eager for the first football practice. The season consisted of nine games; the Cougars won four and lost five. The Cougars started the season losing a game to Osborne, but gained momentum to win the next two games. The team was then defeated for three consecutive games, but successfully over powered Glasco in a hard fought battle. Driven by much spirit and desire, Mankato rated high above Miltonvale to bring a vic- tory at the annual homecoming game. Squad uniforms were checked in as the 1966 season swung to a close. TOP ROW: Coach Anderson, Coach Dreiling, E. Wilson, R. Imler, K. Garman, D. Mendenhall, M. Rourke, M. Kitts. SECOND ROW: F. Moser, Student Manager, S. Seirer, M. Loomis, A. Patrick, C. Zadina, D. Munsey, R. Rafferty. BOTTOM ROW: S. Rose, J. Munsey, S. Colson, J. Rourke, R. Lange, M. Dodd. with a homecoming victory SEASON S RECORD MHS 6 Osborne 34 MHS 30 St. Johns 12 MHS 32 Lebanon 30 MHS 7 Lincoln 21 MHS 6 Clyde 40 MHS 0 Smith Center 20 MHS 41 Glasco 19 MHS 6 Belleville 39 MHS 33 Miltonvale 14 Ralph 0zmun(42) runs for a Homecoming touchdown with J. C. Clegg(70) positioned for a block. TOP ROW: A. Powell, J. Clegg, M. Grout, R. Ozmun, R. Cline, SECOND ROW: R. Dodd, D. Wirtz, M. Rothchild, M. Dempsey, G. BOTTOM ROW: M. Conner, L. Moser, E. Beck, L. Blew, F. Rose, Manager. P. Peteete, Coach Miskimon. Diamond, B. Leclair, Coach Jones. D. Ess linger, M. Freeman, Student Basketball A-team starters boasted a 14-6 season TOP ROW: Russell Lange, Mike Rourke, Ralph Ozmun, Melvin Kitts, Sam Colson, Mike Grout J C Clecra BOTTOM ROW: Assistant Coach Max Liby, Coach Don Miskimon, Student Manager Fred Moser. Tournament team fought a mighty struggle for MHS TOP ROW: Ed Wilson, Russell Lange, Mike Rourke, Ralph Oztnun, Melvin Kitts, Sam Colson, Leroy Moser Mike Grout, J. C. Clegg, Jerry Rourke. 1966-1967 BASKETBALL RECORD MHS 44 Lincoln 58 MHS 70 Miltonvale 46 MHS 71 Clyde 59 MHS 63 Glasco 66 MHS 78 Downs 61 MHS 85 St. Johns 60 MHS 72 Lebanon 49 MHS 81 Osborne 70 MHS 56 Smith Center 54 MHS 79 Glen Elder 54 MHS 72 Minneapolis 59 MHS 50 Smith Center 64 MHS 57 Osborne 64 MHS 80 Miltonvale 52 MHS 69 Belleville 54 MHS 72 Glasco 58 MHS 71 Lincoln 77 MHS 89 St. Johns 60 MHS 44 Clifton 55 MHS 79 Linn 68 Melvin Kitts jumped for the tip-off against Linn in the District Tour- nament at Con- cordia. MHS walked off with a 79-68 victory which closed a searon of re- markable bas- ketball . PLAYERS NOT PICTURED: Don Bartholomew, Dale Freeman, Jack Dean, Mike Rothchild, Marvin Loomis Chuck Zadina, Mike Connor. Proud freshman team supported a 7-2 game total TOP ROW: Jim Munsey Jerry Campbell, Ed Beck, Mike Dodd, Cliff Silsby, Mike Dempsey, Greg Diamond, Larry Blew, Doug Wirtz, Danny Dempsey, Lyndell Hanson. TOP ROW: Coach John Jones, M. Dempsey, R. Dodd, M. Rourke, S. Colson, M. Kitts, R. Lange, C. Silsby, J. Campbell, Coach Larry Dreiling. SECOND ROW: M. Grout, T. Patrick, J. Clegg, J. Rourke, M. Conner, D. Freeman, J. Dean, E. Beck, L. Blew, F. Rose, N. Eilert. BOTTOM ROW: D. Dempsey, M. Rothchild, M. Dodd, E. Wilson, M. Loomis, G. Diamond, D. Wirt , J. Munsey, D. Esslinger, C. Zadina. M.H.S. track squad 440 RELAY 880 RELAY took local and state records SHOTPUT MEDLEY RELAY Old 49.7 New 45.8 M. Dodd R. Lange Old 1:36 w 1:34.1 M. Grout R. Ozmun Old 48 3H New 48 5 M. Rourke DISCUS Old 139 4M New 153’6i R. Ozmun 50 Old 3:48.1 New 3:47.1 R. Ozmun M. Grout M. Dodd L. Holl GRADES Eighth graders studied toward the climax of junior high years TOP ROW: John Tyler, Bill Eilert, Royce Rehmert, Gerald Worrell, Tom Eilert, Nelson Moser. SECOND ROW: Larry Howell, Wayne Coffman, Joe Tyler, John Dewey, Mike Simon, Robert Wakefield, Steven Dodd, David Badger, Rodrtey Hancock, Brad Hansen, Danny Imler, Jan Cram, Max Smith, Donald Reiter. THIRD ROW: Bobby Buckley, Blaine Badger, Donald Neilson, Warren McLeroy, Debbie Rightmeier, Donna Layland, Dena Clegg, Mindy Rafferty, Donna Clegg, Sheila Huntsinger, Richard Wirtz, Jim Ryan, John Weltmer, Bobby Freeman, Kirk Ost, Mike Zadina. FOURTH ROW: Karen Reynolds, Janice Davis, Janet Holdren, Patricia Cady, Sara Marr, Rita Anderson, Jeannette Wyatt, Carol Meyers, Kathleen Kinsey, Susan Eilert. BOTTOM ROW: Debra Alcorn, Sherry Beck, Roberta Meyer, Susan Kier, Diane Rourke, Karen Louder; Sarah Jane Russell, Beverly Conner, Rhonda Rafferty, Diane Ortman, Janet Wagner. The first year out of grade school was adjusted to by seventh graders TOP ROW: Karl Hesser, Arden Mendenhall, Stephen Bohnert, Mike Peteete, Ronald Rothchild, Mike Cortner, Phillip Ess linger, Audie Neeper, Bruce Taylor. THIRD ROW: Freddie Eilert, Richard Rightmeier, Ronny Simon, Roger Wakefield, Adrian Meyer, John Harvey, Cary Hiltgen, Stephen Temple, Roger Neilson, Ricky Lehrling, Jerry Johnson. SECOND ROW: Michel Volker, Robin Hesser, Karen Eilert, Connie Crim, Joann Kitts, Kathy Blackwood, Joyce Love, Trela Rafferty, Roberta Smith. BOTTOM ROW: Gayle Berry, Jennifer Young, Mary Jane Smith, Brenda Huntsinger, Andra Newell, Carrie Ann Weltmer, Kathy Jo Murray, Debra Noble, Barbara Blair. 52 Sixth grade students reigned over grade school underclassmen as. . . TOP ROW: Jack Alcorn, Jack Beck, Timmy Dodd, Rickey Cleveland, Charles Harder, Billy Blackwood, Roger Wagner, Wade Alexander. THIRD ROW: Sherry Conner, Susan Seirer, Marilyn Hamilton, Dorthea Weltmer, Barbara Roe, Terry Seirer, Terry Wyatt, Mr. Anderson. SECOND ROW: Debra Neilson, Rose Ann Neeper, Sheryl Rose, Sherrilynn Esslinger, Elaine Wirtz, Gaye Hancock, Susan Rourke. BOTTOM ROW: Gary Hodges, John Turner, Terry Ortman , Danny Kennedy, Harlen Noble, Leslie Morrell. Fifth graders studied to hold the high position of knowledge in the following year. TOP ROW: Mrs. Menhusen, Richard Bartholomew, Kenny Walker, Randy Gates, Marlin Rothchild Tim Waldron, Duane Beougher. SECOND ROW: Marla Berg, June Ann Ouellette, Annette Anderson, Ramona Rehmert, Carol Bohnert Cynthia Blackwood, Judy Tyler. BOTTOM ROW: Debbie Munsey, Jeanine Hiltgen, Karen Buckley, Deidra Blecha, Cheryl Pletcher Beverly Wirtz, Kathy Neilson. 53 Knowledge of life was gained through fifth-sixth combination lessons TOP ROW: Mark Munsey, Donald Morrell, Lawrence Holl, Steve McAtee, John Huntsinger, Roy Wakefield, Douglas Gennett. SECOND ROW: Mary Jensen, Paula Rightmeier, Diane Grout, Adrienne Anderson, Cathy Anderson, Margaret Eilert. BOTTOM ROW: Carole Blair, Jeanette Hiltgen, Denise Diamond, Dee Ann Jacobs, Terri Newell, Lynette Lehr ling. Fourth graders began to appreciate work along with laughter TOP ROW: Billy Conner, Richard Blair, Wes Alexander, Scotty Neilson, Curtis Moser, Marty Zadina, Kenneth Eilert, Martin Vader. THIRD ROW: Colleen Pletcher, Marilyn Hulbert, Gayle Anderson, Loreita Esslinger, Miss Ost. SECOND ROW: Denise Dahl, Susan Harder, Kathy Rourke, Barbara Wiley, Rhonda Andrews, Carol Blackwood, Jeri James. BOTTOM ROW: Pat Eilert, Billy Hesser, Jimmy Murray, David McCammon, Kennie Morrell, Ronald Bennett, Dennis Kennedy. 54 The third grade worked to complete the mid-mark of grade school TOP ROW: Miss Ava Cramer, Tadhi Silsby, Barbie Buster, Debra Hesket, Barbara Smith, Ward Coffman, Steven Badger, Roger Rightmeier, Joni Jacobs, Paul Turner, Stephen Elkins. SECOND ROW: Duane Nelson, Vickey Junker, Tammy McCammon, Gary David, Kathy Powell, June Ramsey, David Ortman, Mary Blair, Dewaine Zade. BOTTOM ROW: Teresa Seirer, Vickie Millstead, Kristy Murray, Duane Cady, David Warne, Marshall, Hanson, Duane Eilert. Third-Fourth combination class was guided by Mrs. Atterberry TOP ROW: Ricky Hancock, Marty Rafferty, A. C. Fall, Marc Blew, Darrell Beougher, Jerry Harder. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Tennie Atterberry, J. W. Wilson, Lynette Bradrick, Marta Leonard, Christine Turner, Martin Neeper. BOTTOM ROW: Corlene Lange, Tamara Esslinger, Patricia Jonas, Debra Jensen, Darci Blecha, Linda Eilert. 55 The first grade began to learn the rules of study. . . TOP ROW: Mrs. Larry Dreiling, Jon Rehmert, Donna Stouffer, Treva Vader, Lynette Wilson, Cyrstal Hanson, Julie Stout, Kimberly Elkins, Jeffrey Weaverling, Leslie Bradrick, Tammy Seirer, Mrs. Wayne Blaylock. THIRD ROW: Ralph Hamilton, Alice Eilert, Richard Evans, Glen Naylor, Diana Hesket, B. Lange, Rex Hulbert, Darin Jacobs, Diana Eaton, Cheri Shoemaker. SECOND ROW: Susan Zade, Pamela Diamond, Arlene Howard, Juliana Kauer, Maribeth Munsey, Beverly Hiltgen, Andrea Watson. BOTTOM ROW: Lester Pletcher, Michael McCammon, Cheri Kennedy, Diane Nelson, James Berry, Dennis Ramsey, Lynn Ann Nelson, Carl Hamilton, Sammie Zimmerman. While those rules were already in hard use by second graders , Pam Millstead, Mitchell Seirer, Trudi Taylor, Curtis Snyder, Mildred Hulbert Greg Hamilton, Loretta Kauer, Jeff Seirer, Deborah Johnson. THIRD ROW: Mike Eilert, Cynthia Parsons, Debra Beougher, Bob Turner, Paul Bohnert Diane Beoucher, Mona Hancock, Patryce Stout, Mrs. Don Miskimon. SECOND ROW: Mona Neilson, Janis Louder, Sylvia Meyers, Cindy Peterson, Denise Esslinger Jeffry James, Curtis Rathbun. BOTTOM ROW: Kira Ost, Joe Ouellette, Wray Alexander, Kendall Vader, David Switzer, Terry Wilev Ronald Watson, Neil Becker. 56 Kindergarteners had their first teachings on the methods of education progress BACK ROW: Mrs. Alta Anderson, Mrs. Dorcas Weitiuer. THIRD ROW: Tammy Noble, Linda Ess linger, Leslie Heighes, Tony Zimmerman, Keith Chilcott, Delton Blecha, Jacquie Ouelette, Shirley Becker, Denise Warne, Jeri Kennedy. SECOND ROW: Alan Eaton, Barbara Lange, Kathie Hanson, Dean Evans, Jay Smith, Janice Ramsey, Patti Nelson, Miriam Eilert, Kenneth Nelson. BOTTOM ROW: Jackie Morrell, Buddy Shamburg, Kelly Wolcott, Patty Love, Shawn Newell, Jacklyn Leonard, Jay Jensen. A few students were gone from class when pictures were taken or joined us later and here they were happily presented. TOP ROW: Bob Walker, Stephen Beck, Scott Hamilton, Grant Hodges, Keith Roe, Angela Meyer. Eldon Buster, sophomore; Kenny Risewick, sophomore; Cheryl Beck, sophomore, Lyndell Hanson, freshman. SECOND ROW: Sue Ann Weaverling, Judy Badger, Camilla Meyer, Linda Morre, Rebecca Smith. BOTTOM ROW: Leslie McCune, Donovan Dreiling, Diane Dreiling, Paul McCammon, Paul Russell, Richard Evans, Shelly Beck, Robin McCune. BOTTOM ROW: S. Kier, S. Russell, R. Meyer, D. Rourke, J. Kitts, D. Layland, S. Marr, K. Reynolds, J. Davis, D. Clegg, D. Clegg, M. Rafferty, P. Cady, D. Rightmeier. SECOND ROW: J. Holdren, J. Wagner, D. Noble, B. Blair, K. Murray, T. Rafferty, M. Smith, J. Young, R. Hesser, G. Berry, K. Blackwood, M. Volker, S. Huntsinger, C. Myers, D. Alcorn, K. Louder, R. Anderson, K. Eilert, D. Ortman, J. Wyatt. THIRD ROW: Mrs. Jones, R. Neilson, R. Rightmeier, R. Wakefield, G. Hodges, J. Johnson, R. Lehrling, P. Esslinger, S. Temple, B. Taylor, A. Neeper, B. Badger, T. Eilert, D. Reiter, W. McElroy, M. Zadina, J. Ryan, N. Moser, B. Buckley, D. Neilson. TOP ROW: S. Eilert, G. Morrell, K. Hesser, R. Willard, K. Roe, F. Eilert, R. Wirtz, B. Eilert, R. Wakefield, J. Tyler, W. Coffman, J. Tyler, B. Freeman, M. Simon, D. Badger, R. Hancock, B. Hansen, J. Dewey, S. Dodd, D. Imler. Junior High vocal and instrumental groups enjoyed the training which developed music appreciation BOTTOM ROW: C. Pletcher, J. Turner, R. Bartholomew, K. Walker, T. Waldron, D. Bougher, J. Huntsinger, R. Neeper, L. Lehrling, B. Wirtz, D. Libben. SECOND ROW: M. Rothchild, D. Blecha, K. Buckley, D. Munsey, J. Tyler, M. Berg, A. Anderson, L. Howell S. Bohnert, M. Peteete, R. Rothchild, C. Blair, A. Anderson, R. Smith, B. Roe, S. Esslinger. THIRD ROW: K. Blackwood, R. Smith, K. Kinsey, A. Mendenhall, E. Wirtz, A. Meyer, S. Conner, K. Ost, T. Dodd, A. Meyer, W. Alexander, P. Rightmeier, S. Seirer, J. Harvey, G. Berry, M. Volker, T. Seirer, K. Murray, J. Love, B. Blair, C. Myers, S. Kier. FOURTH ROW: D. Kennedy, R. Rehmert, M. Hamilton, D. Clegg, D. Grout, A. Newell, W. Coffman, B. Huntsinger, J. Weltmer, S. McAtee, S. Hamilton, G. Hodges, M. Munsey, J. Alcorn, L. Newell, M. Cortner, K. Louder, C. Weltmer, R. Hancock, S. Dodd, M. Simon, R. Meyer, K. Roe. TOP ROW: M. Smith, B. Walker, S. Russell, S. Beck, J. Crum, C. Holi, C. Hiltgen, R. Simon, J. Ryan, D. Clegg, R. Rafferty, B. Conner, D. Weltmer. Junior Cougarettes and Kayettes lead in extra-curricular activities BOTTOM ROW: Roberta Meyer, Roberta Smith, Joyce Love, Robin Hesser, Mary Jane Smith, Andra Newell, Brenda Huntsinger, Debra Noble, Gayle Berry, Diane Rourke. SECOND ROW: Kathy Blackwood, Carrie Ann Weltmer, Karen Eilert, Connie Crim, Jennifer Young, Trela Rafferty, Jo Ann Kitts, Michell Volker, Barbara Blair, Kathy Jo Murray, Susan Kier. THIRD ROW: Mrs. Conner, Sponsor; Debbie Rightmeier, Janet Wagner, Karen Reynolds, Patricia, Cady, Donna Clegg, Rita Anderson, Sara Marr, Kathleen Kinsey, Carol Meyers, Janet Holdren, Sheila Huntsinger, Susan Eilert. FOURTH ROW: Diana Ortman, Donna Layland, Karen Louder, Sarah Jane Russell, Janice Davis, Sherry Beck, Debra Alcorn, Dena Clegg, Mindy Rafferty, Beverly Conner, Jeannette Wyatt, Rhonda Rafferty. CHEERLEADERS: Kathy Blackwood, Susan Kier, Diane Rourke, Roberta Meyer. NOT PICTURED: Angela Meyer. KAYETTE BOARD: Sara Jane Russell, President; Andra Newell, Vice-President; Susan Kier, Secre- tary; Rita Anderson, Treasurer; Karen Louder, Program; Brenda Huntsinger, Program; Kathy Jo Murray, Community Service; Kathy Blackwood, World Service; Roberta Meyer, School Service; Barbara Blair, Recreation; Patricia Cady, Publicity; Rita Anderson, Membership Director; Susan Kier, Mem- bership Director; Dena Clegg, Song Leader; Diane Rourke, Pianist; Shelia Huntsinger, Point Direc- tor, Mrs. Weltmer, Sponsor. 59 Mrs. Weltmer, Kayette sponsor. BOTTOM ROW: A. Mendenhall, C. Hiltgen, R. Simon, M. Peteete, R. Willard, K. Roe, S. Bohnert, P. Esslinger, M. Cortner. SECOND ROW: D. Neilson, J. Ryan, R. Neilson, K. Ost, L. Howell, W. Coffman, B. Freeman, R. Rehmert, J. Weltmer. TOP ROW: S. Dodd, R. Hancock, D. Badger, B. Hanson, R. Wakefield, M. Simon, J. Dewey, M. Smith. The Junior High track squad broke many records, established a few new. . . Eighth Grade Seventh Grade 100 Yard Hurdles John Dewey 14.8 Broad Jump John Dewey 16f6iM Shot Put David Badger 40,9 Pole Vault Rod Hancock 9 5' 440 Relay M. Simon, R. J. Dewey, S. Hancock Dodd 53.6 880 Relay M. Simon, R. J. Dewey, S. Hancock Dodd 1:53.5 100 Yard Hurdles Shot Put 880 Yard Relay Phillip Esslinger 16.4 Mike Peteete 38 2 R. Simon, M. Cortner 2:04.1 A. Mendenhall. M. Peteete and the track season was climaxed with taking second in the Waconda League meet at Beloit The Junior High football squad ended the months of victories and defeats with a 2-2-1 record. BOTTOM ROW: T. Eilert, B. Taylor, R. Lehlring, R. Rightmier, A. Mendenhall, R. Simon, F. Eilert, K. Roe, R. Rothchild, A. Meyer, P. Esslinger, R. Neilson, J. Weltmer. SECOND ROW: G. Morrell, J. Harvey, C. Hiltgen, R. Walker, B. Freeman, K. Ost, R. Wirtz, J. Ryan, W. McElroy, B. Badger, D. Neilson, N. Moser, J. Johnson, M. Cortner, R. Rehmert. TOP ROW: B. Eilert, D. Imler, J. Tyler, W. Coffman, M. Peteete, D. Badger, B. Hanson, R. Hancock, J. Dewey, M. Simon, S. Dodd, M. Smith, Coach Don Anderson, M. Zadina, Coach Jim Olson. BOTTOM ROW: Kirk Ost, Bobby Freeman, Max Smith, Wayne Coffman, Jim Ryan, Mike Zadina. TOP ROW: Coach Gerald J. Cox, Mike Simon, Steve Dodd, David Badger, Brad Hansen, Rodney Hancock, Joe Tyler, John Dewey. Junior High basketball teams take first in league play and Waconda League Tournament at Lebanon BOTTOM ROW: Cary Hiltgen, Roger Neilson, Ronnie Simon, Mike Cortner, Jerry Johnson, Phillip Ess linger. TOP ROW: Coach Don Anderson, John Harvey, Adrian Meyer, Mike Peteete,. Richard Willard, Ronnie Rothchild. Formoso Kindergarten spent first year in learning BOTTOM ROW: Mark Kinsey, Tina Studor, Greg Keller, Deanna Hoard, Jimmy Scott, TOP ROW: Craig Dunstan, Nora Jo Thomas, Kendall Nelson, Cindy Free, Mrs. James, Rodney Payne. Fundamental principles of future knowledge were introduced in first and second grades BOTTOM ROW: Brenda Studor, Darcil Birkle, Michael Higbee, Bradley Johnson, Kirk Berneking, Gary Heinen, Roxanne Hurd. TOP ROW: Deanna Johnson, Renee Dempsey, Ann Heinen, Julia Ann Payne, Cathy Vo Ikes Jeff James, Mrs. Fayle, Renita Dempsey. BOTTOM ROW: Teri Berneking, Dinina Birkel, Jenny Davis, Susan Stafford. TOP ROW: Alvin Heinen, Mrs. Schaeffer, Tracie Volker, Jack Hoard, Cindy Studor, Jeri James. Third and fourth graders continued their educational climb BRIGHT BLUE WEATHER The climax of grade school progress was worked toward by Formoso’s fifth and sixth graders BOTTOM ROW: James Hoard, Tony Johnson, Tena Davis, Mark Hurd, Terry Howland. TOP ROW: Bruce Stafford, Justin Volker, Carlos Dunigan, Jane Berneking, Richard Stansberry, Warren Heinen, Mrs. Page. Montrose first, second’ and third grade students advanced in reading, writing and ’rithmetic ?SrROW OWElvisgH1 COtp’,Marin Ryan’ TOmmy Page John Smith- Janet Daniel Wondercheck. Ricky Scott ' R°gerS' Don Scott, Miss Ethyl Dempsey, Monte Fall, Patrick Ryan, Goals and challenges for a successful year were met by the Montrose fourth, fifth, and sixth grades BOTTOM ROW: Lisa Nelson, Roger Reiter, Jeff Keeler, Melody Wondercheck, Myrna Imler. SECOND ROW: Mary Rothchil V Susan Murray, Vicki Tyler, Anna Smith, Becky Peteete, Kenneth Reiter! TOP ROW: Jack Tyler, Mrs. Haegert, Henry Smith, Dane Rogers, Wayne Hodges, Steven Rogers! Eric Nelson. NOT PICTURED: Brenda Fullerton. Lovewell students learned under the direction of Mrs. Fojt. BOTTOM ROW: Jerry Marr, Venda Thomas, Darla Reynolds, Mary Thomas, Chris Swanson, Tom Marr. TOP ROW: Bobby Thomas, Mrs. Fojt, Dannie Reynolds, Craig Swanson, Rick Diamond, Ricky Leese, Becky Diamond. Lovewell Schoolhouse stood as a reminder of the past and dedication of the future The pioneers who came to this vicinity were not only men of courage, but they also saw the need for education of their children. To these people we owe a debt of gratitude for the establishment of the Rase Hill District No. 50. The district was organized January 22, 1873. The first school building was a log cabin and the first teacher was Laura Lapier. The stone schoolhouse shown in this picture was completed June 15, 1878. The school had the largest: enrollment in 1890 with 77 students. This school district is now known as the Lovewell District and is a part of Unified District 278. 65 Zeta Waldron served as high The bus drivers— Hank Diamond, Rex Hetty Thompson watched over school secretary. Kennedy, Edgar Isaacson, Raymond Mr. Conner s office. McClure, Lawrence Sanders, and Wilbur Buckley—await the school children. Mrs. Robert Coffman cared for the students health. Our thanks to these people. . . The cooks—Edith Love, Mary Diamond, Charlotte Murray, Thelma Freeman, and Jean Blair—prepared meals each day. The teachers aids—Berneita McElroy, Beulah Howland, Alta Anderson, Judy Dreiling, Sheryl Miskimon—served a great need in the grade school. Howard (Choc) Rathbun and Bob Munroe kept the buildings neat and clean. 66 SCHOOL LIFE Easter Sunday finds these Seniors and sponsors on their way to church services at Calvary Temple in Denver. Pictured above are the Seniors on their way to visit the Air Force Academy. Seniors in Colorado Below is an Air Force jet with cadets in the background beginning formations. At midnight, Thursday, March 23, the Senior Class of 1967 boarded their chartered bus to begin their trip to Denver and Colorado Springs, Colorado. We arrived Friday morning at the Spa Motor Inn in Denver, and after unpacking and enjoying a hearty breakfast, we visited the Denver Mint. Following the tour of the Mint, we spent several hours touring nearby museums and shopping during our free time. That night we saw the movie, Doctor Zhivago . Saturday was a very busy and fun-filled day. It in- cluded entertainment at a large recreation center where we enjoyed many activities. Following our evening meal, we saw the cinerama, Grand Prix . We also went to the First National Bank in downtown Denver to see a most beautiful sight from the Sky Deck, 28 stories high. We were able to see for miles around the city of Denver at night. Sunday morning dawned quite early for us as we were on our way at 3:00 A.M. to Easter Sunrise Services at the Colorado Red Rocks. Later in the morning, we at- tended church services at Calvary Temple in Denver. Sunday afternoon, we boarded our bus and started foi Colorado Springs. There we attended two movies, In Like Flint , and Blue Max . Monday morning' found the Seniors at the Air Force Academy where we were able to tour the Academy Chapel and watch the per- formance of the cadet formations and the Academy Band. Monday afternoon, we enjoyed the unusual an- imals of the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Our day came to a close after seeing the movie, Monkeys Go Home . Tuesday morning was spent packing our bags and pre- paring for the journey home that would at last bring our-Senior trip to an end. We wish to extend thanks to our patient and understanding sponsors who endured our trip. Leo, the sleepy lion, greets the Seniors as they tour the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, near Colorado Springs. 68 Ed Wilson welcomes the Seniors to the 1966-67 Junior-Senior Banquet. Melvin Kitts and Laurie Halstead casually dis- cuss the events of the evening. “Fantasy of the Sea” transformed the school sym into a temporary Mrs. Landis was always on hand to help the aquatic realm The Junior Class hosted the Senior Class, faculty members, and school board members at the Junior-Senior Banquet held April 29, 1967 at the Buffalo Roam Steak House. Fantasy of the Sea appeared before all the Juniors, Seniors, and faculty members as they entered the gala decor of the sea's enchantment of the Prom held in the Grade School All-Purpose Room. The highlight scene displayed was a sunken boat surrounded by a treasure chest and a savage shark. Finishing touches were added by the mystical melodies of the Smith Center dance band. Juniors decorate for the Prom. Sondra Reed and Dick Munsey pause for a moment in front of the sunken boat scene. Mr. and Mrs. Landis and Mr. and Mrs. Liby enjoyed the Junior-Senior Prom which they, as Junior Class sponsors, helped the Juniors to create. This summer recognized twc Mankato High School girls as representatives of Kayettes, to Rock Springs. Roanna Meyer and Sondra Redd attended this camp. Ellis Dunstan and Dick Munsey attended the National Association of Student Councils Convention at Philadephia this summer. Many awards were given l «! ? 9 «!«••• ItlKMt l 0 • nuy m om mnxt.w • iv r coitM ff • (• • (NK« { Glenda Andrews, Danny Hancock and Carole Ozmun were chosen to attend the Farm Bureau Citizenship Seminar at Rock Springs, Kansas this year. Representing our school, were Jeannette Grout and Ruth Hunter at Lawrence for Girls year. State this Wm Mike Rourke received several awards during the school term. Valedictorian, I Dare You award, Reader s Digest Award, State of Kansas Scholarship finalist, Lion s Club Essay winner and Elk's leadership contest first in regional and fourth in the State contest. Nela Huntsinger was accepted into Smurthwaite Scholarship Hall at the Kansas State University. yr • ffSX .LSBT’r ------ 3. ft • ike Rourke; and sixth, Ralph Ozmun. The top five entered and placed in the County Spelling Contest. Their places were: first, Linda Louder; second, Terry Crum; fourth, Nela Huntsinger; fifth, Jeannette Grout; and sixth, Mike Rourke. Steve Rose and Ed Wilson were selected to repre- Six students were selected from the high school sent Mankato High School this year for their spelling ability. They were: for Boys State at the first, Terry Crum; second, Nela Huntsinger; third, University of Kansas. Jeannette Grout; fourth, Linda Louder; fifth, Linda Louder was Salutatorian this year. She received sev- eral other awards. These were: Good Citizen, Honors Dorm- itory at Stephens College, Betty Crocker Homemaker Award, and the Crisco Award. during the school years. Cindy Halstead received the I Dare You award, first in the Elk's Club Leadership contest, and the Jewell County Teachers Association Scholar- ship. Cindy Halstead, Barbara Mohler, and Vickie Davis were the recipients of yearbook awards this year for their outstanding work on the annual. The home economics girls burst the annual style show. Dick Munsey attended the State Student Council Workship this summer at Lawrence. His essay in the REA essay contest won Dick a trip to Washington D.C. for a week. in fashion with BURSTING INTO FASHION On May 11, 1967, the Home Ec- onomics department presented a Style review for the public. The girls modeled their outfits and the art department and Ind- ustrial art classes displayed this year's projects. Laura Par chose ner brother, James as her model for the suit she made during her homemaking classes. Glenda Andrews modeled the neat dress which she created as a Junior Home Economics class project. 71 Mike Rourke, Valed ictorian, addressed the Seniors and audience on Commencement night with The Class of 1967—Where Is It Going? COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM May 23, 1967 8:00 p.m. Processional.......................Jeannette Grout Pomp and Circumstance Invocation..........................Diane Patrick Welcome.....................................Melvin Kitts Class President Carnival of Venice .........................Ralph Ozmun Trumpet Solo Appreciation..................................Mike Howell ”0 Lord, Make Me An Instrument . . . Girls Trio Glenda Tyler - Elaine Kale - Cindy Halstead Class of 1967-Where Is It Going? . . Mike Rourke Address Valedictorian Our Beginning ..............................Linda Louder Salutatorian Presentation of Class . . .Principal Paul Roberts Presentation of Diplomas...............Clyde Reed President, Board of Education Superintendent Bill Conner Benediction ................................ Diane Patrick Recessional ...................... Jeannette Grout The solemnity The sincere appreciation of the 1967 Grads to all who had helped them throughout the years was expressed by Mike Howell. of Baccalaureate and Commencement The participants of the Commencement program had entered and the gradu- ating students stood, awaiting the Invocation by Diane Patrick. 72 Advanced musical training was displayed by trumpet soloist Ralph Ozmun as he made his horn talk with Carnival at Venice Delvis ( Butch ) Mahaffy and Mike Howell were the first of the Graduates of 1967 to enter service for the nation. Both young men are enlisted in the Navy. BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM May 21, 1967 8:00 p.ra. Processional.......................Jeannette Grout Pomp and Circumstance Invocation.......................Rev. Paul Temple Formoso Community Church Brother James Air ..................Mixed Chorus Sermon........................Rev. James Millstead First Baptist Church Onward Christian Soldiers ...........Trumpet Trio Mixed Chorus Benediction......................Rev. Paul Temple Recessional ...................... Jeannette Grout FLOWER—White Rose COLORS—Navy and Silver MOTTO—Non confectus sed initus. (Not the end but the beginning.) left the graduates reminiscent yet anxious for tomorrow The Senior girls’ vocal trio composed of Cindy Halstead, Glenda Tyler and Elaine Kale sang 0 Lord, Make Me An Instrument at Commencement. Vickie Davis began a new journey down Life’s road as she simultaneously left an old one, to which departure was marked by the receiving of her high school diploma. Congratulations and fare- wells were offered to the Graduates after the grat- uation ceremony. 73 The Class Night program of the Senior Class of 1967 was entitled Showboat.” On deck of the Showboat” J. C. Clegg read our last will and testament while the other class members enjoyed the evening’s entertainment. Mrs. Dodd received a tricycle on Class Night. Now maybe she can keep up with her four sons. HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM May 22, 1967 8:00 p.m. Master of Ceremonies....................Melvin Kitts Class President Prophecy.....................................Barbara Mohler ''Moments to Remember”. .. Nela Huntsinger Master of Ceremonies....................Melvin Kitts Class President Prophecy.....................................Barbara Mohler Moments to Remember”................Nela Hunts inger Student Council Report...................Mike Rourke Brother Will, Brother John”. . . .David Mendenhall Class Will...............................J. C. Clegg Giftorians..............................RRalph Ozmun Mike Grout Awards and Recognitions. . . .Principal and Faculty Class Song.....................................Class Members “Showboat” theme set the stage for Class and Thane Clegg, one of the Senior trip sponsors sunburned his head while in Colorado. A scarf to protect his head was presented to him. Awards night David Mendenhall entertained the audience with his vocal solo, Brother Will, Brother John.” Mr. Jones, Sr. class sponsor, seemed to have misplaced his hub caps. The Senior class returned them this evening. The Trombone Trio provided musical enjoyment for guests and relatives. Mindy Rafferty officially became a freshman with a warm handshake and congratulation from Billy Conner, Superintendent. The audience stood as the Eighth Grade entered the auditorium and took their places while the organist played the processional. From junior high, they came to high school HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM May 19, 1967 7:30 p.m. Prelude Music...........................Sondra Reed Processional............................Sondra Reed Invocation.......................Rev. Michael Hines First Christian Church ’Three Cadets '.......................Trombone Trio Rodney Hancock, Michael Simon, Steven Dodd Address........................Rev. Wilbur Buckley Wesleyan Methodist Church No Man Is An Island ...........Eighth Grade Vocal Awards.............................Mr. Gerald J. Cox Junior High Principal Green Cathedral ................Eighth Grade Band Welcome to High School ........... Michael Rourke You'll Never Walk Alone .... Mixed Ensemble Presentation of Diplomas . . .Mr. Billy G. Conner Superintendent of Schools Benediction ..................... Rev. Michael Hines Recessional.............................Sondra Reed School administrators and speakers for the evening were, from left to right: Gerald Cox, Principal; Billy Conner, Superintendent; Rev. Wilbur Buckley; Rev. Michael Hines; and The Mixed Ensemble vocally voiced hopes for the Michael Rourke. future through You'll Never Walk Alone. 75 Kendall Ost was on one of his even- Raymond Wakefield received Mike Rourke and Verna Gough cook ing rounds to check on his Vo. Ag. a trophy for his perfect time off from serious end of school project. record of attendance. Reactivities. has not been absent from school since the fourth grade. The school year review ended with college aid for these ’67 Grads. . . THE THINKER AT WORK Mr. Jones , History and Govern- ment teacher, was caught in a rare pose here. He is usually found engaged in laughter and fun with his students. Melvin Kitts received the State Exchange Scholarship and financial aid from Fort Hays State College. Financial aid was also given to Barbara Mohler by the Fort Hays State College. Verna Gough and Elaine Kale received aid from Emporia State Teachers College. Every day Norbert Eilert could be found removing the absentee slips from the doors and taking them to the office. MANKATO HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ TRACK TEAM BOTTOM ROW: K. Wolf, B. Reynolds, C. Simon, S. Reed, B. Ess linger, R. Marr. TOP ROW: Coach Don Anderson, V. McClure, D. Seirer, J. Murray, C. Hughes, P. Weltmer. MHS STUDENTS SAY FAREWELL The end of the school term leaves the high school void of stu- dents; with only mem- ories of the past and hopes for the future. Never again will stu- dents spend their four years of high school within these walls. These students will attend school in a new building. Sev- enth and eighth grade pupils will occupy this building in the coming years.